{"title":"Condrite","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"meteorite-el-hammami-14g-mauritania-meeh14","title":"El Hammami Meteorite 1.4g – Mauritania - MEEH14","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: stony \/ chondrite H5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Mauritania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 18 x 15 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear found: 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 240 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027637932357,"sku":"MEEH14","price":40.72,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/62246_photoroom-015-20251107-110734_a2d046c8-6fe5-4829-9325-8dfbb51f44f0.jpg?v=1783987524"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-gadamis-004-06g-libya-megd14","title":"Lunar meteorite Gadamis 004 – 0.6g – Libya - MEGD14","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ Anorthite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Ghadamis, Libya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 15 x 15 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 12.66 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut slice, polished on one side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Gadamis 004\nGadamis 004 is a lunar meteorite classified as a ferroan anorthosite with cataclastic structure. This type of rock is characterized by a high content of iron-rich plagioclase (anorthite) and has undergone extreme mechanical stress, which caused its fragmentation and the formation of a mosaic-like texture. The cataclastic texture is the result of impact events, which are typical for rocks originating from the lunar highlands.\nDiscovery and General Characteristics\nThe Gadamis 004 meteorite was discovered in 2022 near the city of Ghadames, Libya. The meteorite originally formed a single compact mass weighing approximately 12.66 kg. After its discovery, it was cut into several smaller fragments, part of which was used for laboratory analyses while the rest became collector material.\nMineralogical Composition and Comparison with Lunar Samples\nAnalyses have shown that the meteorite consists of 98–99% anorthitic plagioclase, with the remaining 1–2% composed of olivine and pyroxene. Its structure and composition indicate that it is a fragment of the lunar crust, probably ejected by an impact event. This combination of composition and texture closely resembles rocks returned from the Moon during the Apollo 16 mission.\nPaired Meteorites and Original Impact\nGadamis 004 belongs to a group of meteorites found in the same region – including Gadamis 002, 003, 005, and 006. Scientists believe that they originated from a single impact event on the Moon and fell to Earth as fragments of one larger body.\nLunar meteorites are among the rarest natural materials on Earth – only a few kilograms of these rocks exist outside the samples brought back by the Apollo missions. Even small fragments of Gadamis 004 are considered highly desirable collector’s specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027639144773,"sku":"MEGD14","price":128.63,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/60923_lunar-meteorite-gadamis-004---0-6g---libya_3ddfc6b7-a75c-4669-bab3-dd24f18d0499.jpg?v=1783987521"},{"product_id":"meteorite-tatahouine-11g-tunisia-meta56","title":"Meteorite Tatahouine 1.1g – Tunisia - META56","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Achondrite \/ Diogenite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Tunisia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 13 x 8 x 7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of fall: 1931\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 12 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tatahouine meteorite belongs to the achondrites, more specifically to the diogenite subgroup. Diogenites are deep igneous rocks that formed in the mantle of Vesta, one of the largest objects in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It is considered a protoplanet and has a differentiated structure similar to that of a planet, meaning it has a core, mantle, and crust. Its composition is predominantly pyroxenic, meaning it contains high amounts of the mineral pyroxene, often along with small amounts of olivine and plagioclase. Scientists suspect that they were ejected from Vesta during collisions with other asteroids and then struck Earth as meteorites.\nThe Tatahouine meteorite fell near the town of Tatahouine in southern Tataouine on June 27, 1931. The fall of the Tatahouine meteorite was observed by several residents of the town of Tatahouine. The meteorite broke into thousands of small fragments as it entered the atmosphere, which were scattered over a wide area. 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This meteorite belongs to the HED group (Howardites, Eucrites, and Diogenites), which are believed to be composed of fragments from asteroid (4) Vesta, the second-largest object in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.\nBechar 008 is a polymict breccia, meaning it is composed of various fragments of minerals and rocks, particularly eucritic pyroxenes, diogenetic pyroxenes, garnets, and others. These fragments are incorporated into a fine-grained matrix of similar material. The total mass of the meteorite is approximately 1700 grams.\nThe meteorite shows a moderate degree of shock metamorphism and a low degree of alteration, indicating that it has not been exposed to Earth's atmospheric conditions for a long time. This meteorite is scientifically significant because it provides valuable information about the composition and geological history of asteroid 4 Vesta.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027642257733,"sku":"MEBE03","price":193.27,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/15211-1_meteorite-bechar-008--howardite-9-1g---algeria_b58723ce-ebfd-465d-9907-f3edeb41c590.jpg?v=1783987515"},{"product_id":"meteorite-jikharra-001-396g-libya-meji03","title":"Jikharra 001 Meteorite – 3.96g – Libya - MEJI03","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeteorite Type: HED Achondrite \/ Eucrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Libya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.96g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 35 x 29 x 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2.5 tons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut, polished slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eJikharra 001 Meteorite – a Massive Eucrite from Asteroid Vesta\nJikharra 001 is a stony meteorite discovered in northeastern Libya in 2022. It is an HED-type Achondrite, specifically a eucritic melt breccia. The total mass of recovered fragments exceeds 2.5 tons, making this discovery one of the largest known eucritic meteorites.\nJikharra 001 is composed of lithic fragments of plagioclase and pyroxene, embedded in a melt matrix formed by shock melting. These minerals provide valuable insights into geological processes on asteroid 4 Vesta, which is considered the source of most eucritic meteorites. Vesta is the second-largest object in the main asteroid belt and has been struck by numerous large impacts throughout its history, ejecting surface material into space. These events created craters on Vesta that are visible today thanks to space probes.\nComposition and significance of eucrites\nEucrites are particularly interesting because they are considered volcanic rocks similar to those found on Earth. They are primarily composed of basalt or gabbro, both igneous rocks, and contain minerals like plagioclase and pyroxene. Together with diogenites and howardites, they form a group of meteorites known as HED meteorites, named after their main types (Howardite–Eucrite–Diogenite).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027644059973,"sku":"MEJI03","price":61.41,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/25610_meteorite-jikharra-001---3-96g---libya_8a899eef-4dbd-40ed-a8fc-8908493ae94a.jpg?v=1783987511"},{"product_id":"meteorite-axtell-003g-texas-usa-meax05","title":"Axtell Meteorite 0.03g – Texas, USA - MEAX05","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Stony meteorite \/ carbonaceous chondrite CV3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Texas, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.03g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2 x 2 x 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 1943\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 6.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAxtell Meteorite – Rare Carbonaceous Chondrite from Texas\nThe Axtell meteorite is a rare carbonaceous chondrite of type CV3, discovered in 1943 in McLennan County, Texas, USA. A single piece weighing 6.2 kilograms was found during plowing. This meteorite contains fine- and coarse-grained calcium- and aluminum-rich inclusions, considered among the oldest materials in the solar system.\nOxidation and geological age\nAnalyses have shown that Axtell exhibits signs of oxidation, which suggests it remained on Earth longer than other meteorites.\nCurrent location and notable fragments\nThe Axtell meteorite is currently held in collections of various collectors and museums. Notable fragments include a 670g sample at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, a 322g piece at the Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle in Paris, and a 165g fragment housed at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Freiburg, Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027645174085,"sku":"MEAX05","price":161.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/40109-1_meteorite-axtell-0-03g---texas--usa_ca9edd9b-65ea-487f-86bb-4a72cd8e4678.jpg?v=1783987509"},{"product_id":"meteorite-errachidia-004-013g-morocco-meer13","title":"Meteorite Errachidia 004 – 0.13g – Morocco - MEER13","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Primitive Achondrite \/ Winonaite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Morocco, Northwest Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.13g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 5 x 4 x 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2.64 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eErrachidia 004 Meteorite – Primitive Achondrite from Morocco\nErrachidia 004 was discovered in 2020 in Morocco, in the Errachidida region. This meteorite is classified as a primitive Achondrite of the winonaite group, indicating its ancient origin. The total recovered mass is approximately 2.64 kg. Winonaites have a complex formation history dating back to the early solar system.\nWinonaites are a rare group of primitive achondritic meteorites. They have a composition similar to chondrites but have undergone partial melting and differentiation. They include silicates (forsterite, enstatite, augite, plagioclase) and metals (kamacite, taenite). Named after the Winona find in Arizona, USA.\nComposition\nErrachidia 004 comprises two main lithologies – one low-metal and one high-metal. The low-metal lithology contains forsterite, enstatite, augite, and sodic plagioclase. The high-metal lithology has significant kamacite, taenite and pattern di Widmanstätten.\nThe low-metal lithology features a granoblastic texture, with average grain size around 110 µm. Kamacite and troilite are dispersed, some altered into iron oxides. This reflects mild shock and space weathering.\nThe high-metal lithology includes up to 80% metal and shows Widmanstätten structure. It contains kamacite, taenite, plessite, troilite, and schreibersite. Silicate inclusions consist of sodic plagioclase, augite, and enstatite with 350 µm grains.\nThese two distinct lithologies reveal a complex geological history of Errachidia 004.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027645206853,"sku":"MEER13","price":29.09,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/17986-2_meteorite-errachidia-004---0-13g---morocco_2c538680-d044-449f-bdad-f6e00a2e1957.jpg?v=1783987510"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-ash-shaqqah-002-15g-libya-mesh09","title":"Lunar meteorite Ash Shaqqah 002 – 1.5g – Libya - MESH09","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ troctolitic anorthosite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Libya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 22 x 17 x 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal known weight: 329 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsh Shaqqah 002 – One of the largest known lunar meteorites in the world\nAsh Shaqqah 002 is a significant lunar meteorite that was found in Libya in 2024. It is not an observed fall, but a find consisting of numerous fragments scattered across the desert region of northeastern Libya near the Jaghbub Oasis. The total recovered mass is approximately 329 kilograms, placing it among the largest known lunar meteorites. The material was recovered in the form of many pieces of various sizes, ranging from small fragments to blocks weighing tens of kilograms. Such a high mass is extremely rare among lunar meteorites.\nMineralogy and structure of the lunar breccia\nFrom a petrographic perspective, it is a brecciated troctolitic anorthosite. The dominant mineral is anorthitic plagioclase, which accounts for approximately 80% of the rock volume. Olivine is also present, along with smaller amounts of low-calcium pyroxene. The meteorite’s structure shows clear evidence of strong impact shock, typical of material ejected from the surface of the Moon during major collisions.\nOrigin in the lunar highlands\nThe chemical and mineralogical composition indicates that Ash Shaqqah 002 originates from the lunar highlands rather than from the dark basaltic mare regions. It is a rock that formed deep within the lunar crust during early magmatic processes and was later disrupted by impact events and ejected from the Moon’s surface during a large collision.\nExtent of the strewn field\nThe largest individual fragment of Ash Shaqqah 002, weighing nearly 49 kilograms, was recovered in early November. In the following weeks, through December, additional medium-sized and small fragments were gradually discovered, increasing the total recovered mass to approximately 329 kilograms. The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. Most of the recovered material subsequently entered major private and institutional collections, where it is preserved for further scientific research and documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027645272389,"sku":"MESH09","price":90.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/66894_lunar-meteorite-ash-shaqqah-002---1-5g---libya_49ddd590-60b1-44b6-9c09-6c9089cdc9e8.jpg?v=1783987508"},{"product_id":"meteorite-oued-chebeika-002-001g-morocco-meoc04","title":"Meteorite Oued Chebeika 002 – 0.01g – Morocco - MEOC04","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Stony meteorite \/ carbonaceous chondrite CI1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Morocco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.01g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2 x 2 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 418 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOued Chebeika 002 Meteorite – Carbonaceous Chondrite from Morocco\nOued Chebeika 002 is a newly discovered CI1 carbonaceous chondrite, found on June 6, 2024 near the village of Abteh in Morocco. The total weight of the fragments reaches 418 grams.\nThe fragments are black, fragile, and irregular, with surfaces speckled with white grains up to 1 mm in size. Some samples show traces of fusion crust. When broken, they reveal a dark interior with finely dispersed iron sulfide grains.\nA type specimen weighing 22.7 grams is stored at CEREGE, the European Center for Research and Education in Environmental Geosciences in France. Other fragments are held at Arizona State University (5g), University of Washington, Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture (6g), and the University of New Mexico, Institute of Meteoritics (4g). Material is also with private collectors, including Jean Redelsperger, Luc Labenne, Mark Lyon, Ziyao Wang, and Jeremy Bassemon.\nThe Oued Chebeika 002 meteorite is highly valuable for scientific research due to its primitive nature and composition, considered to be the closest to the original solar nebula. 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It was found in 2023 in the Adrar region of Algeria. The total recovered mass is approximately 3.15 kg, with the largest individual piece weighing about 3 kg.\nStructure and Mineral Composition\nThe Adrar 013 meteorite consists of grey-green to greenish fragments (clasts) enclosed in a molten anorthitic matrix showing clear flow and rapid-cooling textures. The main mineral phases are pigeonite, zoned augite and a smaller amount of olivine. Accessory minerals include ilmenite, chromite and troilite.\nThe meteorite shows a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low degree of weathering, indicating that it experienced a strong impact but remained well preserved after landing on Earth.\nOrigin and Scientific Significance\nThe structure and composition indicate that Adrar 013 originates from the lunar highlands and formed during a powerful impact event that melted and mixed original rocks into a single melt breccia. Such meteorites are extremely valuable as they provide insights into the geology of the lunar crust, the history of impact processes, and the chemical composition of the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027652579653,"sku":"MEAD22","price":80.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/67618-2_lunar-meteorite-adrar-013---0-6g---algeria_9fde5117-35b0-4dc1-bba6-c8e8bed0a30f.jpg?v=1783987495"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-gadamis-004-04g-libya-megd46","title":"Lunar meteorite Gadamis 004 – 0.4g – Libya - MEGD46","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ Anorth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Ghadamis, Libya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 12 x 9 x 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 12.66 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut slice, polished on one side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Gadamis 004\nGadamis 004 is a lunar meteorite classified as a ferroan anorthosite with cataclastic structure. This type of rock is characterized by a high content of iron-rich plagioclase (anorthite) and has undergone extreme mechanical stress, which caused its fragmentation and the formation of a mosaic-like texture. The cataclastic texture is the result of impact events, which are typical for rocks originating from the lunar highlands.\nDiscovery and General Characteristics\nThe Gadamis 004 meteorite was discovered in 2022 near the city of Ghadames, Libya. The meteorite originally formed a single compact mass weighing approximately 12.66 kg. After its discovery, it was cut into several smaller fragments, part of which was used for laboratory analyses while the rest became collector material.\nMineralogical Composition and Comparison with Lunar Samples\nAnalyses have shown that the meteorite consists of 98–99% anorthitic plagioclase, with the remaining 1–2% composed of olivine and pyroxene. Its structure and composition indicate that it is a fragment of the lunar crust, probably ejected by an impact event. This combination of composition and texture closely resembles rocks returned from the Moon during the Apollo 16 mission.\nPaired Meteorites and Original Impact\nGadamis 004 belongs to a group of meteorites found in the same region – including Gadamis 002, 003, 005, and 006. Scientists believe that they originated from a single impact event on the Moon and fell to Earth as fragments of one larger body.\nLunar meteorites are among the rarest natural materials on Earth – only a few kilograms of these rocks exist outside the samples brought back by the Apollo missions. 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Aubrites are light-colored, coarse-grained meteorites rich in the mineral enstatite, which contains significant amounts of silicon and magnesium. This type of meteorite formed in a low-oxygen environment.\nDjoua 001 has a pale exterior with black surface coatings, which likely represent degraded fusion crust formed during atmospheric entry. The interior shows a marbled beige and gray pattern with occasional dark spots and rust. 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A single piece weighing 6.2 kilograms was found during plowing. This meteorite contains fine- and coarse-grained calcium- and aluminum-rich inclusions, considered among the oldest materials in the solar system.\nOxidation and geological age\nAnalyses have shown that Axtell exhibits signs of oxidation, which suggests it remained on Earth longer than other meteorites.\nCurrent location and notable fragments\nThe Axtell meteorite is currently held in collections of various collectors and museums. 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It was discovered at the end of March 2022 in Mali, about 10 km southwest of Sebkha el Melah and 245 km southeast of Taoudenni by Saharan meteorite hunters. The total mass recovered was about 17 kg. Bachir Salek acquired 12.5 kg, including the main mass of 3550 g.\nThe meteorite is mainly composed of large intergrown enstatite crystals with a pegmatitic texture. Crystals measure several centimeters, many with clear cleavage. Some are milky white, while others are transparent and gem-like. The largest single crystal weighed 45 g and measured approximately 5 × 2 cm. Fusion crusts are present, mostly cream to white, although some are dark. The meteorite is intact.\nClassification\nSebkha el Melah 001 is classified as an unbrecciated aubrite. It has one of the highest enstatite modal abundances ever recorded in aubrites. 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This meteorite belongs to the HED group (Howardites, Eucrites, and Diogenites), which is believed to be composed of fragments from the asteroid (4) Vesta, the second largest object in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.\nBechar 008 is a polymict breccia, meaning it is composed of various fragments of minerals and rocks, specifically eucritic pyroxenes, diogenetic pyroxenes, garnets, and others. These fragments are embedded in a fine-grained matrix of similar material. The total mass of the meteorite is approximately 1700 grams.\nThe meteorite shows a moderate degree of shock metamorphism and a low degree of alteration, indicating that it has not been exposed to terrestrial atmospheric conditions for a long time. 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Initially, it was classified as an aubrite (an enstatite-rich achondrite), but subsequent studies reclassified it as an incompletely melted and vesicular impact melt belonging to an EL type enstatite chondrite. Mass and surface characteristics This meteorite is particularly known for its mass. Approximately 3 tons of material have been found scattered over an area of about 40 km. Fragments range from a few grams to several tens of kilograms. The outer surface often appears rusty brown due to significant terrestrial alteration, a sign of long exposure to terrestrial environmental conditions. Composition and structure From a mineralogical perspective, Al Haggounia 001 is primarily composed of enstatite and plagioclase, with the presence of troilite, graphite, daubréelite, oldhamite, silicon-rich kamacite, and Schreibersite. Its porous structure and the presence of yellow sulfur spots indicate extensive alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027660771653,"sku":"MEAH49","price":20.03,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/29213-3_meteorite-al-haggounia-001---7-8g---western-sahara_bbd9fdf6-06e1-4aaf-9670-06bc9d0943d5.jpg?v=1783987469"},{"product_id":"meteorite-hassi-khebi-001-009g-algeria-mehk03","title":"Meteorite Hassi Khebi 001 – 0.09g – Algeria - MEHK03","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Stony meteorite \/ Carbonaceous chondrite C3 - ungrouped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.09g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 4 x 4 x 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 500 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHassi Khebi 001 meteorite – a rare carbonaceous chondrite from Algeria\nThe Hassi Khebi 001 meteorite was discovered in 2022 in the Tindouf region of Algeria. It is a carbonaceous chondrite (C3-ung), indicating an unclassified type of carbonaceous chondrite. The number 3 means that the meteorite is less metamorphosed than types 4 or 5, meaning that its chondrules are very well preserved. The meteorite weighs approximately 500 grams.\nThis meteorite has a dark grey to black fusion crust. When cut, it reveals a dispersed number of well-developed chondrules in a black matrix, which constitutes more than 50% of its volume. Some chondrules show orange iron spots. It also contains rare CAI inclusions – minerals considered to be the first solid materials formed in the early solar system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027661525317,"sku":"MEHK03","price":128.63,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/40088-2_meteorite-hassi-khebi-001---0-09g---algeria_3118d565-7687-41fb-9f31-b7fb9e4a3f2f.jpg?v=1783987469"},{"product_id":"meteorite-nwa-869-116g-northwest-africa-menw10","title":"Meteorite NWA 869 – 1.16g – Northwest Africa - MENW10","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Stony meteorite \/ ordinary chondrite L3-6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Northwest Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.16g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10 x 9 x 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2 tonnes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNWA 869 Meteorite – L3-6 Chondrite with brecciated structure from the Sahara\nThe NWA 869 meteorite is an ordinary chondrite of type L3-6, discovered in 2000 in an unknown location in the Sahara Desert. The total mass of recovered fragments is approximately 2 tons, with individual samples ranging from a few grams to over 20 kilograms. This meteorite is unique because it is a breccia, meaning it is composed of fragments of various types of chondrites and contains chondrules, metallic particles, and other inclusions. 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The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. 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The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. 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The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. 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The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. 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The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. 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The meteorites were dispersed across an elliptical strewn field measuring roughly 5 × 3.5 kilometers, consistent with the breakup of the body during atmospheric entry. 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Inside, tiny white clasts and rare small metallic grains can be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027680039237,"sku":"MEBA78","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/61895-2_lunar-meteorite-bechar-003-006--0-1g---algeria_dad457d4-d100-4c21-8b0f-d09e4b8ee3aa.jpg?v=1783987421"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-003006-01g-algeria-meba77","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 003\/006 – 0.1g – Algeria - MEBA77","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6 x 5 x 4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2.09 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none - Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Bechar 003 – A Rare fragment from the Moon\nBechar 003 is a lunar meteorite that originated from an asteroid impact on the lunar surface, which ejected material into space. Some of this material, if fast enough, escapes the Moon’s gravity and heads toward Earth. The journey may take thousands to millions of years before the meteorite finally enters Earth’s atmosphere and lands. The Moon, our closest celestial body, accounts for only 0.08% of all known meteorites, making lunar meteorites extremely rare.\nThe Bechar meteorite was found in 2022 in Algeria and is classified as a lunar breccia, a rock made up of various fragments of rocks and minerals typically fused together by impact events on the Moon. The Bechar meteorite consists of many small stones without fusion crusts. These stones have light brown weathered surfaces and dark gray interiors. Inside, tiny white clasts and rare small metallic grains can be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027680923973,"sku":"MEBA77","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/61892-2_lunar-meteorite-bechar-003-006--0-1g---algeria_bb5fcde0-7dc3-47f4-acc7-fab50d40afc5.jpg?v=1783987420"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-003006-01g-algeria-meba76","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 003\/006 – 0.1g – Algeria - MEBA76","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 7 x 5 x 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear found: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2.09 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none - Rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Bechar 003 – A Rare fragment from the Moon\nBechar 003 is a lunar meteorite that originated from an asteroid impact on the lunar surface, which ejected material into space. Some of this material, if fast enough, escapes the Moon’s gravity and heads toward Earth. The journey may take thousands to millions of years before the meteorite finally enters Earth’s atmosphere and lands. The Moon, our closest celestial body, accounts for only 0.08% of all known meteorites, making lunar meteorites extremely rare.\nThe Bechar meteorite was found in 2022 in Algeria and is classified as a lunar breccia, a rock made up of various fragments of rocks and minerals typically fused together by impact events on the Moon. The Bechar meteorite consists of many small stones without fusion crusts. These stones have light brown weathered surfaces and dark gray interiors. Inside, tiny white clasts and rare small metallic grains can be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027681481029,"sku":"MEBA76","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/61889-2_lunar-meteorite-bechar-003-006--0-1g---algeria_b6fa49db-0a6c-4b91-b502-d64ebf144112.jpg?v=1783987417"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-003006-01g-algeria-meba73","title":"Lunar Meteorite Bechar 003\/006 – 0.1g – Algeria - MEBA73","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ Feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9 x 5 x 4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2.09 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none - Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBechar 003 lunar meteorite – A Rare fragment from the Moon\nBechar 003 is a lunar meteorite that originated from an asteroid impact on the lunar surface, which ejected material into space. Some of this material, if fast enough, escapes the Moon’s gravity and heads toward Earth. The journey may take thousands to millions of years before the meteorite finally enters Earth’s atmosphere and lands. The Moon, our closest celestial body, accounts for only 0.08% of all known meteorites, making lunar meteorites extremely rare.\nThe Bechar meteorite was found in 2022 in Algeria and is classified as a lunar breccia, a rock made up of various fragments of rocks and minerals typically fused together by impact events on the Moon. The Bechar meteorite consists of many small stones without fusion crusts. These stones have light brown weathered surfaces and dark gray interiors. Inside, tiny white clasts and rare small metallic grains can be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027682398533,"sku":"MEBA73","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/61880-2_lunar-meteorite-bechar-003-006--0-1g---algeria_4d2ad16f-33d9-4f9b-b9b8-75a2e8ad9dc0.jpg?v=1783987417"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-007-04g-algeria-meba144","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 007 – 0.4g – Algeria - MEBA144","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 13 x 7 x 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Bechar 007\nBechar 007 is a rare lunar meteorite of the feldspathic breccia type, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total mass recovered is approximately 4 kg in several pieces.\nKey features\nThe Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia.\nThe shock stage is classified as S2, and the weathering grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The external surface of the meteorite has areas with a yellowish altered coating, while the interior reveals gray and white fragments of lunar minerals.\nScientific and collectible significance\nMeteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they carry material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples brought back by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a broader spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust.\nFor collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections worldwide.\nConclusion\nBechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the link between the Moon and Earth through meteoritic impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027682529605,"sku":"MEBA144","price":31.67,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/75375_lunar-meteorite-bechar-007---0-4g---algeria_51c35327-c667-4565-8baa-657db5d87197.jpg?v=1783987414"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-007-04g-algeria-meba107","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 007 – 0.4g – Algeria - MEBA107","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 13 x 6 x 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBechar 007 lunar meteorite\nBechar 007 is a rare lunar meteorite of the feldspathic breccia type, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total mass recovered is approximately 4 kg in several pieces.\nKey features\nThe Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia.\nThe shock stage is classified as S2, and the alteration grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The external surface of the meteorite has areas with an altered yellowish coating, while the interior reveals grey and white fragments of lunar minerals.\nScientific and collectible significance\nMeteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they bring material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples brought back by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a wider spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust.\nFor collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections worldwide.\nConclusion\nBechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the link between the Moon and Earth through meteoritic impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027682562373,"sku":"MEBA107","price":42.01,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/67984_lunar-meteorite-bechar-007---0-4g---algeria_b3ee925c-5580-4e26-b0d7-5dd16b93fd86.jpg?v=1783987414"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-003006-01g-algeria-meba72","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 003\/006 – 0.1g – Algeria - MEBA72","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ Feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 7 x 5 x 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 2.09 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none - Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBechar 003 Lunar Meteorite – A Rare fragment from the Moon\nBechar 003 is a lunar meteorite that originated from an asteroid impact on the lunar surface, which ejected material into space. Some of this material, if fast enough, escapes the Moon's gravity and heads toward Earth. The journey may take thousands to millions of years before the meteorite finally enters Earth's atmosphere and lands. The Moon, our closest celestial body, accounts for only 0.08% of all known meteorites, making lunar meteorites extremely rare.\nThe Bechar meteorite was found in 2022 in Algeria and is classified as a lunar breccia, a rock made up of various fragments of rocks and minerals typically fused together by impact events on the Moon. The Bechar meteorite consists of many small stones without fusion crusts. These stones have light brown weathered surfaces and dark gray interiors. Inside, tiny white clasts and rare small metallic grains can be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027682595141,"sku":"MEBA72","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/61877-2_lunar-meteorite-bechar-003-006--0-1g---algeria_ef0352e3-448c-4e88-addb-ac97de41f5aa.jpg?v=1783987414"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-007-05g-algeria-meba140","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 007 – 0.5g – Algeria - MEBA140","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 11 x 8 x 6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar Meteorite Bechar 007\nBechar 007 is a rare feldspathic breccia lunar meteorite, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total mass recovered is about 4 kg in several pieces.\nKey features\nThe Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia.\nThe shock stage is classified as S2, and the alteration grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The outer surface of the meteorite has areas with an altered yellowish coating, while the interior reveals grey and white fragments of lunar minerals.\nScientific and collecting significance\nMeteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they bring material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples brought back by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a wider spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust.\nFor collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections worldwide.\nConclusion\nBechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the connection between the Moon and Earth through meteoritic impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027683545413,"sku":"MEBA140","price":40.72,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/75210_lunar-meteorite-bechar-007---0-5g---algeria_af7bc7a8-fb66-41d6-8c23-91f8e0682c62.jpg?v=1783987413"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-007-05g-algeria-meba114","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 007 – 0.5g – Algeria - MEBA114","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 15 x 7 x 4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear found: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBechar 007 lunar meteorite\nBechar 007 is a rare lunar meteorite of the feldspathic breccia type, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total recovered mass is approximately 4 kg in several pieces.\nKey features\nThe Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia.\nThe shock stage is classified as S2, and the weathering grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The external surface of the meteorite has areas with an altered yellowish coating, while the interior reveals grey and white fragments of lunar minerals.\nScientific and collectible significance\nMeteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they carry material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples brought back by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a broader spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust.\nFor collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections worldwide.\nConclusion\nBechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the connection between the Moon and Earth through meteoritic impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027683578181,"sku":"MEBA114","price":35.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/69574_lunar-meteorite-bechar-007---0-5g---algeria_1fcbd59b-30a7-40b3-b1bd-b9d96105cbf4.jpg?v=1783987410"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-007-06g-algeria-meba132","title":"Lunar meteorite Bechar 007 – 0.6g – Algeria - MEBA132","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 11 x 10 x 4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Bechar 007\nBechar 007 is a rare lunar meteorite of the feldspathic breccia type, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total recovered mass is approximately 4 kg in several pieces.\nKey characteristics\nThe Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia.\nThe shock stage is classified as S2, and the weathering grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The external surface of the meteorite has areas with an altered yellowish coating, while the interior reveals gray and white fragments of lunar minerals.\nScientific and collector significance\nMeteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they bring material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples brought back by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a wider spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust.\nFor collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections worldwide.\nConclusion\nBechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the link between the Moon and Earth through meteoritic impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027684135237,"sku":"MEBA132","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/75186_lunar-meteorite-bechar-007---0-6g---algeria_0b359e88-6181-4661-94e8-9ffdd7fd67c9.jpg?v=1783987407"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-bechar-007-06g-algeria-meba130","title":"Lunar Meteorite Bechar 007 – 0.6g – Algeria - MEBA130","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ feldspathic breccia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 15 x 8 x 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Bechar 007\nBechar 007 is a rare lunar meteorite of the feldspathic breccia type, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total recovered mass is approximately 4 kg in several pieces.\nKey features\nThe Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia.\nThe shock stage is classified as S2, and the weathering grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The external surface of the meteorite has areas with an altered yellowish coating, while the interior reveals gray and white fragments of lunar minerals.\nScientific and collectible significance\nMeteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they bring material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples returned by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a broader spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust.\nFor collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections around the world.\nConclusion\nBechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the link between the Moon and Earth through meteoritic impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027685052741,"sku":"MEBA130","price":48.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/75180_lunar-meteorite-bechar-007---0-6g---algeria_a5e29455-d2e1-48f2-b485-33741b5a91d0.jpg?v=1783987407"}],"url":"https:\/\/moldavite.it\/en\/collections\/condrite.oembed?page=24","provider":"Moldavite.it","version":"1.0","type":"link"}